Charizard

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"Charmeleon, use Flamethrower!"

This time, Charmeleon unleashed a pure column of fire, no longer shaping the flames into intricate patterns. The roaring fire surged forward in a powerful jet.

Not far ahead, Nidoking, still recovering from the earlier attacks, saw the flames hurtling toward him. Although his instincts screamed for action, his battered body refused to obey.

The fiery onslaught struck Nidoking squarely, forcing him to stagger backward. With a heavy crash, Nidoking fell, unable to continue the fight. Nearby, his son, Nidorino, lay fainted as well.

"Fantastic work, Charmeleon!" Tyson exclaimed, his face lighting up with pride.

"The top-tier Flamethrower proficiency is really proving its strength. I think it's time to adjust our plans and head deeper into the forest. That way, we can use Flamethrower to its fullest potential in more battles."

Charmeleon gave an excited growl, clearly thrilled by the praise. But the real winner of this announcement was Eevee, who perked up with joy.

For Eevee, finding tougher opponents for Charmeleon to face meant fewer battles for her. Already imagining her reprieve, Eevee silently vowed to treat herself to extra servings at lunch in celebration.

"Let's keep moving. I'm sure you're eager to see more wild Pokémon fall to your flames," Tyson said, his enthusiasm bubbling over.

Even Eevee hopped down from Tyson's arms, careful not to slow him down or risk a change of plans. With renewed energy, the team pressed onward and soon encountered a high-level Dodrio before lunchtime.

"That one looks good!"

"Charmeleon, charge up with Flame Charge, then use Flamethrower!"

Tyson quickly assessed Dodrio's strength using his Pokédex before issuing commands. Charmeleon was already on the move, flames enveloping his body as he dashed forward in a blazing streak.

Sensing danger, Dodrio countered with a Tri Attack, aiming to halt Charmeleon's advance.

"Dodge to the right and hit it with Flamethrower!"

Charmeleon veered sharply, narrowly avoiding the attack, and unleashed a torrent of flames. Dodrio, confident in its renowned speed, smirked—or rather, all three of its heads did. Dodging the flames seemed like an easy task.

But to Dodrio's shock, the flames curved mid-air, snaring one of its legs like a fiery serpent. The searing pain forced Dodrio to slow down as the flames began wrapping around its body.

In a panic, Dodrio made a critical mistake—it leaped into the air, trying to shake off the flames. Though it had Flying-type attributes, Dodrio couldn't truly fly, making it a sitting target for Charmeleon.

"Charmeleon, finish it with a Flamethrower combo!" Tyson called out.

The next Flamethrower turned into a blazing net that enveloped Dodrio completely. Another burst of flames hit it directly, igniting the net. The resulting fireball crashed to the ground with a thud, and Dodrio was defeated.

Before Dodrio could rise again, Charmeleon unleashed one final Flamethrower, ensuring its opponent couldn't continue. Seeing Dodrio incapacitated, Tyson directed Charmeleon to disperse the lingering flames, preventing further harm.

After handing Charmeleon an Energy Cube to restore its strength, Tyson mused aloud, "Charmeleon's flame control has truly reached new heights. We should focus on refining different techniques for releasing flames. That's not something combat experience alone can teach—it requires teamwork between trainer and Pokémon."

With this realization, Tyson decided to emphasize practice and creativity in their next battles, allowing Charmeleon to experiment with various flame-release techniques. Nearby Pokémon would have a hard time keeping up, as Charmeleon's mastery of Flamethrower had ascended to an almost overwhelming level.

Even wild Pokémon stronger than Charmeleon struggled to withstand the versatile and potent attacks, creating an undeniable advantage in every encounter.

"Alright, Charmeleon, that's enough for the morning. We'll head out of the forest this afternoon," Tyson said, patting Charmeleon on the shoulder.

Though Charmeleon was a little reluctant, he was satisfied with the progress they had made. Glancing back at the forest, Charmeleon felt a sense of accomplishment, as though he had conquered the wilds.

At that moment, Charmeleon's thoughts turned to Tom's Charizard. Their last encounter had left Charmeleon determined to surpass him, and now it felt as though that goal was within reach. (Chapter 25: Ranger whose name is Tom)

"Roooaaar!"

Suddenly, Charmeleon let out a triumphant roar. Before Tyson could ask what was happening, a radiant white light began to envelop Charmeleon's body.

"Everyone, stay alert!" Tyson ordered, his voice steady.

Eevee and Kadabra immediately sprang into action, scanning their surroundings. Even the ever-curious Mankey, sensing the tension, stood guard beside Tyson.

Within the glowing light, Charmeleon's form began to change, growing larger and more powerful. As the light faded, a magnificent Charizard stood in Charmeleon's place, its wings unfurled and flames burning brighter than ever.

Beside Tyson, Mankey tugged at his sleeve, eyes wide with confusion, as if to ask, Where did Charmeleon go?

"This is evolution, Mankey," Tyson explained, stroking Mankey's head. "Charizard is what Charmeleon has become. One day, you'll experience this transformation too—it'll make you stronger and give you a new look."

Charizard's orange hide gleamed under the sunlight, lighter than its pre-evolved form. Its wings stretched wide, blue-green on the inside, and its tail flame burned with greater intensity. The single horn from before had grown into two, making Charizard look even more fearsome.

Tyson approached the newly-evolved Charizard, his eyes full of pride and determination. He couldn't help but smile, knowing that this evolution was another step forward in their shared journey.

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